It’s not too much a stretch to say Goya is the staple of Okinawa.
Sony Bouya stands still and watchful reminding drivers to slow down.
It’s time to book your flights and pack your bags to go on your next adventure! We know you love to travel as much as we do and being stationed in the Pacific provides great access to all the beautiful countries you never imagined you’d get to see.
June 23 is an important day in Okinawan history; it is Memorial Day commemorating the end of the Battle of Okinawa in 1945. The day pays tribute to the over 200,000 victims of this conflict.
On Okinawa there are many beaches perfect for a fun day, but Okuma Beach managed by Kadena FSS is one you won’t want to miss.
Though repairs and renovations won’t be completed until 2026, most of the castle is still open to the public and the area surrounding this impressive castle is home to many fun attractions.
If cooking isn’t your forte, but a nice meal is something you want to try to master, try pasta pomodoro! With a variety of tomato sauces available in your local commissary or grocery store, this dish is easy to cook and a tough one to mess up.
One of the joys of spending time in Okinawa is enjoying a gourmet hamburger.
If you are in the mood to take out something garlicky, I highly recommend a rotisserie chicken at Bueno Chicken Futenma, a 10-minute walk from Hospital Gate on Camp Foster.
On a winter Sunday, one of my Okinawan friends and I visited a café, Hamabe no Chaya, in Nanjo City to fortify ourselves with breakfast before sightseeing in the south of Okinawa.